Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition

Jones Lang LaSalle Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 520,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle Ltd in Hong Kong seeks an Assistant Manager to oversee end-to-end recruitment, partner with hiring managers, and drive workforce initiatives. You will lead critical projects, ensure ESLS compliance, and mentor the TA team in a fast-paced corporate setting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in HR, 5+ years in recruitment with supervision, and strong English/Cantonese communication. Proficiency in Workday and MS Office is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR or related field.
• 5+ years of recruitment experience with supervisory responsibility.
• Knowledge of Hong Kong Employment Ordinance.
• Proven ability to lead projects, manage stakeholders, and drive change in a fast-paced corporate environment.
• Strong analytical skills with HR reporting and data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication in English and Cantonese.
• Proficiency in HRIS/ATS tools (Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Partner with hiring managers to design talent acquisition strategies that support growth and planning.
• Mentor and guide the TA team to maintain high-quality service delivery.
• Lead manpower restructuring initiatives to optimize headcount and roles.
• Manage the Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme (ESLS) ensuring compliance.
• Drive TA projects and system upgrades aligned with company policies.
• Prepare HR analytics reports for leadership on metrics like cost-per-hire and time-to-fill.
• Advise stakeholders on employment laws and recruitment best practices.

Skills

Recruitment strategy

Stakeholder management

People leadership

HR analytics

Communication English Cantonese

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Office

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way.

Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

We are seeking a strategic and proactive Assistant Manager to oversee the end-to-end recruitment function. You will partner with hiring managers to align talent strategies with business objectives, lead critical projects, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements. This role requires a blend of operational excellence, stakeholder management, and change leadership to drive workforce effectiveness.

What your day-to‑day will look like:

Oversee full-cycle recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding, to meet organizational needs.

Collaborate with hiring managers to design and execute talent acquisition strategies that support business growth and workforce planning.

Provide guidance and mentorship to the TA team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.

Lead manpower restructuring initiatives, optimizing headcount and realigning roles to address evolving business demands.

Manage the Enhanced Supplementary Labour Scheme (ESLS), ensuring compliance with immigration and employment ordinance regulations.

Drive TA projects and change initiatives, such as system implementations (e.g., ATS upgrades) and process enhancements, aligned with company policies.

Prepare regular HR analytics reports for leadership, highlighting recruitment metrics, cost-per-hire, and time-to-fill trends.

Act as a subject matter expert on employment laws and recruitment best practices, advising stakeholders on risk mitigation.

Execute ad hoc assignments as directed by management, including cross-functional projects or crisis management support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

5+ years of recruitment experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory

Knowledge of Hong Kong Employment Ordinance

Proven ability to lead projects, manage stakeholders, and drive change in a fast-paced corporate environment.

Strong analytical skills with experience in HR reporting and data-driven decision-making.

Excellent communication skills in English and Cantonese

Proficiency in HRIS/ATS tools (e.g., Workday) and Microsoft Office Suite.

We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.

We’re a leading professional services firm that specializes in real estate and investment management. JLL shapes the future of real estate for a better world by using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities.